An accountant is a professional who is responsible for keeping and interpreting financial records. Most accountants are responsible for a wide range of finance-related tasks, either for individual clients or for larger businesses and organizations employing them.
Typical accountant duties and responsibilities include :
Preparing accounts and tax returns.
Monitoring spending and budgets.
Auditing and analyzing financial performance.
Financial forecasting and risk analysis.
Advising on how to reduce costs and increase profits.
Compiling and presenting financial and budget reports.
Ensure that financial statements and records comply with laws and regulations.